Cedar Wood Fuel Logs from Japan
Aromatic cedar logs from coniferous cedar trees, valued for insect-repellent smoke when burned in fireplaces. Classified in 4401.11.00.00 as coniferous fuel wood in log form, valued primarily for combustion rather than construction.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document aromatic properties don't constitute 'processing' that would move to veneer headings
• Ensure logs under 4 feet to avoid oversized cargo surcharges
• Separate from red cedar products which may have CITES restrictions if endangered